1986 Ford Escort vs. 1987 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1987 Lancia Prisma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Prisma (76 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 55 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Ford Escort (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1987 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Escort | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 76 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 51 L |
